How to Install Java 21 on Linux | Set JAVA_HOME | Run JShell (2026)

Published: 01 February 2026
on channel: Developer_Aid

In this video, you will learn how to install OpenJDK 21 (LTS) on Ubuntu Linux, set the JAVA_HOME environment variable correctly, and run your first Java program using JShell.
This guide is step-by-step with on-screen text (no voice) and is perfect for beginners setting up Java for development, IDEs, Maven, or Gradle.

💻 Commands used in this video:
1) Check if Java is installed
java --version

2) Enable universe repository & Update
sudo add-apt-repository universe

3) Install OpenJDK 21 (JDK)
sudo apt install openjdk-21-jdk

4) Verify Java and Javac installation
clear
java --version
javac --version

5) Install Nano Editor (if not installed)
sudo apt install nano

6) Open Configuration File
nano ~/.bashrc

7) Set Environment Variables
Scroll to the bottom of the file using the arrow keys and paste these two lines:

export JAVA_HOME=$(dirname $(dirname $(readlink -f $(which java))))
export PATH=$JAVA_HOME/bin:$PATH

To Save & Exit Nano:
Press Ctrl + O then Enter (to save)
Press Ctrl + X (to exit)

8) Reload Configuration & Verify Path

source ~/.bashrc
echo $JAVA_HOME

9) Run First Java Program (JShell)
jshell

Inside JShell, type:

System.out.println("Hello Java 21");

To exit JShell:
/exit

✅ Result:
Your Ubuntu system is now ready for:
Java Development
IDEs (IntelliJ IDEA / VS Code)
Build tools like Maven / Gradle

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